Mayor

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser unveiled her economic growth agenda that will be included in her Fiscal Year 2026 budget. With the city facing economic uncertainty caused by a shrinking federal presence, including the possible loss of 40,000 jobs, the Mayor’s budget invests in a bold, proactive growth agenda to attract new businesses, create new jobs, generate new tax revenue, and quickly grow the local economy.

“I want Washingtonians to know that this growth agenda is about our future. In FY26, we’re not standing still; we’re being bold and making catalytic investments that will bring new jobs and new revenue into DC,” said Mayor Bowser. “We know that our economy is shifting, and we know the challenges we are facing. Thousands of Washingtonians have already been impacted by those challenges. This is a budget that recognizes that we can’t just sit on our hands and hope something changes – we’ve got to make change happen.”

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Sponsored

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332 N Street SW
332 N Street SW

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  • Charles Goodman mid-century treasure
  • 3-level River Park townhouse
  • Refinished hardwoods + smart Lutron lighting
  • Private fenced patio off the main level
  • Finished basement with terrazzo-look flooring

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 6BR/5.5BA contemporary semi-detached residence in Georgetown—all for $17.75M.
  • “Walk to RFK. Invest now for your future. Fabulous 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath Capitol Hill rowhome with classic character and smart modern improvements.”
  • “Sitting on an extraordinary 10,479 square foot lot, nearly unheard of in the District, this property is zoned R-1B and offers both privacy and potential for a buyer looking for space, options, and long-term value.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “beautiful, fully renovated 2-unit with roof-top deck, one block off of H Street” and was “designed for and previously approved for condo conversion.”

Event

A blue note is a musical moment that doesn’t quite land where you expect. And that’s the spirit behind this burlesque revue from DMVariety!

Start your weekend early with Blue Note Burlesque, a night of vintage tease and thrilling variety acts that’ll leave you exclaiming “I can’t believe I found this in an alley!”


Georgetown


1525 Wisconsin Avenue, NW previously home to Via Umbria

Liquor license placard had finally been posted in Georgetown:

“A full-service Japanese ramen restaurant. Seating for 101 and capacity of 135 inside. Summer Garden with seating for 50. Total Occupancy Load of 185. Entertainment Endorsement to provide live entertainment inside of the premises only. Holiday Extension of Hours Endorsement. Streatery Endorsement with 30 seats. Alcohol Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement.”

Stay tuned for an opening date here too.


Brookland

The mid May projection was legit!!

The official word straight from Trader Joe’s corporate:

“Trader Joe’s Store in Washington (Brookland) to Open May 15th

Grand opening celebration to include a ribbon-cutting ceremony, samples and giveaways

On Thursday, May 15th, Trader Joe’s will open a new Washington (Brookland), D.C. store. The new store is located at 701 Monroe Street NE. This 11,000 sq. ft. store is across the street from the Arts District. There is a dedicated parking garage on 8th Street where customers get 90 minutes of free parking with validation at the kiosk in-store. (more…)


Announcement

Local rising kindergartener, Phin, has advanced to the Top 5 in his group in the national Jr. Ranger Contest, a competition that celebrates children who are passionate about nature, wildlife, and exploration. After making it through earlier rounds with strong family and friend support, Phin is now in 4th place and working toward the top spot needed to move on to the quarterfinals.

The contest encourages kids to engage with the outdoors and highlights their curiosity and love for learning about the natural world. For Phin and his family, this experience has been both exciting and meaningful, made even more special by the encouragement from friends, neighbors, and the broader community.